The following features are indicative of Filariasis:
swelling of the arms, legs, or genitals
It is possible that Filariasis shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Filariasis
The following are the most common causes of Filariasis:
parasitic worms
Risk Factors for Filariasis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Filariasis:
living for a long time in tropical and subtropical area
having a high exposure to mosquitoes
living in unsanitary conditions
Prevention of Filariasis
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Filariasis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
using insecticide-treated mosquito bed nets
wear long sleeves and trousers
use mosquito repellent on exposed skin
Occurrence of Filariasis
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Filariasis cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Filariasis can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Filariasis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Filariasis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Filariasis:
Blood test: To detect the level of anti filarial IgG4 in the blood
Doctor for Diagnosis of Filariasis
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Filariasis:
Infectious Disease Specialist
Surgeon
Complications of Filariasis if untreated
Yes, Filariasis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Filariasis is left untreated:
blood vessels obstruction
gangrene formation
Procedures for Treatment of Filariasis
The following procedures are used to treat Filariasis:
Surgery: To correct elephantiasis
Medicines for Filariasis
Below is the list of medicines used for Filariasis: